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2024.12.07 *Machine Translation, inaccuracies exist* Yuzuru Hanyu -Echoes of Life Official Pamphlet Things like budding------- To be born, thinking about life, YUZURU HANYU INTERVIEW

2024.12.07 *Machine Translation, inaccuracies exist* MIKIKO -Echoes of Life Official Pamphlet How do you interpret— A limitless canvas called the rink MIKIKO INTERVIEW

*Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist (I added notes on "Ozoni", the new year's dish that Yuzu likes ^^) 2024.12.02 Source: ESSE January 2025 Special Edition, pg 71-73 (Kindle version) New Year Special Interview Yuzuru Hanyu Bringing brilliance to our New Year issue is figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu, who continues to take on new challenges in artistic expression as a professional. He has shared a message with us for welcoming a fulfilling year ahead. Entering His Third Year as a Professional: Learning to Rely on Others

Machine translation of "Echoes of Life" Story Book available for those who purchased the book A fan-made machine translation of the “Echoes of Life” Story Book is available. You can request it by sending a proof of purchase at [email protected] NOTE: As any machine translation, this one doesn’t reflect the prose, tone, and nuanced meanings intended by the author, Yuzuru Hanyu. The original Japanese version of the Story Book can be purchased online: https://axelstore.net/series/echoesoflife_officialgoods/detail.php?goods_id=111 For the Official English Translation, please order the version that Yuzuru specifically requested to be produced for international fans: https://axelstore.net/series/echoesoflife_officialgoods/detail.php?goods_id=113 Please, DO NOT re-share the copy or the link to the copy. The last page of the book (also included in this translation) clearly states that this book is ©HANYU YUZURU, and unauthorized duplication or reproduction of the work is prohibited. As Yuzuru stated on YouTube and in the interview with Shigesato Itoi , Ice Story is not a profitable format and the revenue heavily depends on the sales of the goods. Thank you for your understanding.

[2024/11/25] *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* Notes added at the end for clarity regarding some expressions. Pages: 72-73 Magazine available in printing and digitally: https://amzn.asia/d/5QtQ3rq From the Editorial Department (p. 12) I covered the article on the “Entertainer,” focusing on the figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu, who achieved back-to-back Olympic gold medals. In addition to interviewing him, I explored his solo ice shows and their impact since his professional transition in 2022, as well as his ongoing disaster relief efforts since his competitive days.During the interviews, several people mentioned, “Hanyu’s events have become success stories for us too.” This was true for Saga, where a city-wide hospitality project was launched in conjunction with one of his shows, and for the local TV station that planned and operated the charity exhibition in support of the Noto Peninsula’s recovery. Experiences of working with Hanyu through these projects have translated into confidence and subsequent action. Even now, it’s not just fans who continue to draw courage from him. (Mai Yamamoto)

[2024/11/25] *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* Notes added at the end for clarity regarding some expressions. Pages: 72-73 Magazine available in printing and digitally: https://amzn.asia/d/5QtQ3rq Commitment to Supporting Disaster-Affected Areas (p. 72-73) The behind-the-scenes story of charity events and on-site visits, as told by those involved. When it comes to events featuring Yuzuru Hanyu, they attract large crowds regardless of the location, urban or rural. However, the Noto Peninsula Reconstruction Support Charity Exhibition Challenge, held on September 15 this year, was a nearly audience-free event with streaming-only access. The participating skaters included Yuzuru Hanyu, Takahito Mura, Akiko Suzuki, and Satoko Miyahara. Despite the ticket price being a not-so-inexpensive 4,500 yen, over 10,000 tickets were sold, with the proceeds donated to Ishikawa Prefecture. Reports on social media highlighted international fans purchasing tickets as well. While the streaming service Lemino was only available within Japan, many expressed their desire to support disaster-affected areas in alignment with Hanyu's cause.

[2024/11/25] *Machine translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* Notes added at the end for clarity regarding some expressions. Pages: 70-71 Magazine available in printing and digitally: https://amzn.asia/d/5QtQ3rq A Performance as an Opportunity for Regional Revitalization (p. 70-71) How Saga leveraged Yuzuru Hanyu's performance to boost local engagement. During his competitive skating career, Yuzuru Hanyu attracted fans from across the globe to his competitions. Many traveled great distances—even to Canada or Northern Europe—for the chance to support him during his brief 7–8 minutes of combined short program and free skate performances. Since turning professional, Hanyu has been actively performing in solo and headlining ice shows throughout Japan, while based in Sendai. Fans eager to experience his performances in person travel long distances to the host cities of his shows. For regional municipalities looking to attract visitors and create economic activity, hosting one of Hanyu’s performances is an unparalleled opportunity for regional revitalization.

[2024/11/25] *Machine translation from Japanese to English (Kindle edition), inaccuracies exist* Notes added at the end for clarity regarding some expressions. Pages: 62-69 Magazine available in printing and digitally: https://amzn.asia/d/5QtQ3rq Special Interview Yuzuru Hanyu: The Evolving Entertainer As the world’s most famous figure skater, Yuzuru Hanyu continues to evolve. Ahead of the December 7 launch of his latest tour, Echoes of Light, he reveals his thoughts as a professional and the impact he strives to create. Written by: Mai Yamamoto Design: Satoko Suzuki, Kanaka Nakamura Photography: Shuji Umetani Photo assistance: WINE Studios In 2014 and 2018, he won consecutive Olympic gold medals. He became the youngest individual recipient of Japan’s People’s Honor Award. At the 2022 Beijing Olympics, he challenged the dream jump, the quadruple Axel, capturing the world's attention. Yuzuru Hanyu, an extraordinary figure skater, remains immensely popular today. Tickets to his shows are nearly impossible to obtain, regardless of location, attracting fans from across Japan and around the world. His long-standing efforts to support disaster-stricken areas have garnered significant support from fans, creating a broad network of aid centered around him. Since turning professional in the summer of 2022, Hanyu has focused on expanding the realm of figure skating. Using his own narratives, large-scale productions featuring video projections and ice projection mapping, he has pioneered a new form of entertainment. What is Yuzuru Hanyu striving to achieve? And what happens when he moves forward? In this exclusive interview, we delve into these questions and also gathered insights from related businesses and municipalities.

[2024.11.22] *Machine Translation* The source is the printed article, which includes a few more parts than the online version (opening bio, longer intro) and different photos. YUZURU HANYU "I dance on the ice: it’s my prayer" The skater of hope By Costanza Rizzacasa d’Orsogna On February 10, 2022, at the Capital Indoor Stadium in Beijing, injured and pushed to eighth place due to a hole in the ice during the short program, Yuzuru Hanyu performed the quadruple Axel for the first time ever at an Olympic event. Though he fell and rose gracefully, as if it were part of the choreography, the audience erupted into cheers. Hanyu could have played it safe and secured yet another medal—even if not the gold one. Instead, by risking everything, he captured the hearts of millions, showing what honor and true resilience really mean. Because his jump wasn’t just a technical feat; it was art. A culmination of courage, honesty, and the strength of character of an extraordinary artist.

Hi everyone! In case anyone is interested. I also added the info on the Translations tab. With this, we have all 4 books translated! This post has been tagged by yuzuangel as [NEWS].

Aoi Honō (Blue Flame) is Yuzuru's autobiography. To date, it consists of four books. There are no official English translations, but fans have made an effort to make translations available to encourage international audiences to but the digital or printed books. The royalties from the Aoi Honō series are donated to Ice Rink Sendai, where Yuzuru has trained for years. The translations are not shared publicly. They are shared with those who have bought the books (send a photo of the book as a proof of purchase). These are the contacts to access the translations: Aoi Honō I, nonchan1023 , [email protected] Aoi Honō II, tsukihoshi14 , [email protected] Aoi Honō III, Lia1207 , [email protected] Aoi Honō IV, Pep_On_, [email protected] The digital collection of Aoi Honō series is available on Amazon Japan and Honto. You can read them on your computer or phone on the browser or using their free apps Paper copies are available through Amazon Japan, CD Japan, Tower Records, and other Japanese bookstores that offer international shipping.

*Machine Translation from Japanese to English, inaccuracies exist* (some footnotes added for some interesting kanji/terms) 2024.11.12 Original source: GINZA magazine December Issue, digital version for Kindle: https://amzn.asia/d/27lxJRi The Happiness of Being Able to Perform by Focusing Only on the Gift of Blessings[1] At the end of a nonstop, seven-hour-long shoot with only brief breaks, Yuzuru Hanyu repeated jump after jump in the large studio space. Channeling intense concentration down to his fingertips, he faced the camera with remarkable focus. Amid the flashes of light and sounds of the strobe recharging, his form moved not so much like a human, but with the energy and flow of a dragon.

*MACHINE TRANSLATION from Japanese to English. Inaccuracies Exist* 2024.11.05 Source: AERA regular edition (P. 9) What kind of image comes to mind when you think of the term 'technique' in the concept of 心技体 ("shin-gi-tai": mind, technique, body)? "If you ask what ‘technique’ is, I think it could also mean both the mind and the body." — From Yuzuru Hanyu Photobook GI (AERA Special Edition)Professional Skater Yuzuru Hanyu

2024.10.30 Machine translation of Behind the Scene video with excerpts of the interview with Yuzuru. Source, AERA official YouTube Chanel **Machine translation, inaccuracies exist** "Gradually, I’m starting to see again who I am and the kind of person I am. The strength of my own will, like deciding what I want to do, is becoming more defined, and there are so many more things I can do on my own. But when it comes to expressing myself or skating, I think it’s important to keep a childlike mindset in that area. Balancing that aspect and carrying it at the same time, I feel, is essential. I want to stand firmly as an adult, independent and grounded. But I don’t think I could ever skate alone; it’s truly because of everyone who supports me that Yuzuru Hanyu exists as I am. And because of the passion that everyone pours in, I, as the subject of this photo—or any photo—can finally exist, and then the (creative) work can emerge."

*Machine translation from Japanese to English. Inaccuracies exist* (I have added some notes about certain kanji at the end) OPEN MY WINDOW Open your own window. Yuzuru Hanyu Special Photoshoot. P: 56-65 (interview is in p. 65). What do you see from your window, Hanyu-san? On a summer day, Yuzuru Hanyu sat by the window in a certain studio house, quietly gazing at the sunlit garden, where rays of sunlight streamed through the trees. From a small speaker, Erik Satie's Gymnopédie No. 1, a piece he chose from his iPhone playlist, played softly in the background, complementing the scene. "When I do a photoshoot, I always select music that fits each situation and intention for every cut. Since turning pro, I've had more opportunities to be photographed as a person and an artist rather than as an athlete, and every time, I feel how much time and effort many people pour into creating a single photo. I heard the theme for today's shoot with BRUTUS was 'windows,' so I approached it with the mindset of placing myself into a pre-constructed story."